2SLGBTQIA+ Resources
This page highlights helplines, resources, and community spaces created with queer and trans folks in mind. That said, they’re not exclusively limited to 2SLGBTQIA+ people and are here for everyone to explore, access, and benefit from.
Helplines
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Provides free, 24/7 access to mental health crisis support and suicide prevention services across Canada via phone or text
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Offers free, 24/7 mental health support and counselling for post-secondary students in British Columbia via phone, chat, and online services text goes here
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Provides free, 24/7 confidential mental health support, counseling, and crisis intervention for young people across Canada via phone, text, and online chat
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Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in a crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans.
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Guide with crisis intervention, low-cost or free counselling, and peer support for queer youth, adults, and elders
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QCHAT offers free, confidential, and judgment-free peer support and resource referrals for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth across British Columbia. Whether you're questioning your identity, navigating challenges, or just need a supportive ear, we’re here for you.
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Counselling Services offers specialized support for 2SLGBTQIA+ students through individual and group counselling. If you are seeking services for concerns regarding your gender identity or sexual orientation, or prefer to speak with a queer or trans counsellor, you can book an appointment directly. You may also speak with a Wellness Advisor about this specialized service during your intake appointment
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Educate and empower students to stand against sexualized and gender-based violence by promoting a culture of healthier masculinities
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Strives to provide a mutual aid model of peer support for individuals who identify with having lived experience of mental health concerns in a safe(r), non-judgmental, stigma-free environment
Mental Health Support
Community Groups
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QMUNITY’s free counselling program: is offered by Masters level counselling placement students. Counselling clients are eligible to receive up to 10 weekly sessions. Counselling is focused on health, wellness, community building, reducing isolation, and minimizing the impact of problematic thoughts.
QMUNITY’s new low-cost counselling program is offered by professional counsellors who have completed their counselling placements at QMUNITY and are now registered professionals. Counselling clients self-select to pay at rates of: $60 Accessible - $70 Standard - $80 Generous.
Bute Street Clinic (run by BCCDC), which offers free and anonymous STI/HIV testing for the LGBTQQS community; Staffed opening hours 10am to 6pm Monday to Friday, after-hours bookings upon request
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A student-led organization that organizes events, provides resources, and creates inclusive spaces
Gender Empowerment Store provides free gender-affirming products that aren’t safely or affordably accessible to people. Gender affirming gear includes but is not limited to packers, binders, padding, gaffs and boxers
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Organization and podcast for Queer, Trans, and BIPOC Folk
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Works to improve queer, trans, and Two-Spirit lives by providing a safer space for 2SLGBTQIA+ people and their allies to fully self-express while feeling welcome and included
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Non-profit celebrating + promoting the diverse 2SLGBTQAI+ community in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland
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This website has a huge list of resources that includes community resources, community groups all over the Lower Mainland, for individuals who may be new to Canada, and two spirit organizations
https://www.whatsonqueerbc.com/woq-resources/bc-lgbtq-community-resources
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Big Bro’s Barbershop is Vancouver’s hair and resource centre for the trans community and beyond. All types of folks are welcome!
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Supports the delivery of equitable and accessible care, surgical planning, and peer and community support for trans people across the province
Campus Resources
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Details of which washrooms on campus are gender inclusive
https://equity.ubc.ca/resources/gender-diversity/inclusive-washrooms-changerooms/
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A guide to finding provider care at UBC, what to expect from hormone and surgical readiness assessments, accessing prescriptions and coverage, and the broader landscape for gender-affirming healthcare resources in BC
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An online course that provides low-barrier access to learn about sex, sexuality, and gender diversity
https://wpl.ubc.ca/browse/equity-and-inclusion/courses/wpl-eio-psfnd
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The committee is dedicated to fostering a community that is built on values of equity, inclusivity, and diversity, and that is further committed to working towards decolonization and Indigenization, where all members of the School may thrive and feel welcomed
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The Centre facilitates disability-related accommodation and programming to remove barriers for students with disabilities and ongoing medical conditions
https://students.ubc.ca/about-student-services/centre-for-accessibility
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Human rights advising for concerns related to discrimination on the grounds protected by the BC Human Rights Code and UBC’s discrimination policy
https://equity.ubc.ca/how-we-can-help/human-rights-advising/
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SVPRO is a confidential place for those who have experienced, or been impacted by, any form of sexual or gender-based violence, harassment, or harm
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SASC provides safe, confidential, and non-judgmental support to all people who have experienced sexualized, gender-based and/or intimate partner violence
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The Investigation Office (IO) responds to formal reports of sexual misconduct and discrimination involving UBC students, faculty, and staff through investigations
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Information for UBC faculty, staff, and student employees on how to prevent, handle, and report bullying and harassment in the workplace
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View UBC’s respectful environment statement and steps to resolve conflict
https://hhttps//hr.ubc.ca/working-ubc/respectful-environment
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The office works with the UBC community to ensure that students can learn, work, and live in a fair, equitable, and respectful environment
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UBC is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive living and learning environment, with resources and services to support all students
Income Support
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Overview of available financial advising and resources like scholarships, bursaries, and other assistance programs
https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/finances/funding-studies/financial-support-options
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An emergency food relief service for UBC students, faculty and staff in need
https://www.ams.ubc.ca/support-services/student-services/food-bank/
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Opt out of fees totalling up to $425.74 a term; check the link for updated information
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Students can apply for four kinds of hardship subsidies including the Health and Dental Fee Subsidy, U-Pass Subsidy, SUB Renewal Fee Subsidy, and the AMS Fee Subsidy
https://www.ams.ubc.ca/opportunities/funds-grants/subsidies/
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Kinesiology scholarships, awards, and prizes
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Kinesiology scholarships, awards, teaching assistanships, etc.
https://kin.educ.ubc.ca/graduate-programs/prospective-graduate/#AwardsampFunding-3
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Comprehensive list of additional merit and needs-based awards, scholarships, and bursaries at UBC
https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/finances/awards-scholarships-bursaries
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Whether you’re looking for full-time, part-time or a student job scheduled around your classes, the AMS can help you
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The online job and volunteer board for UBC students and alumni
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Supports and subsidizes meaningful work experiences on and off campus, offering current UBC Vancouver students the opportunity to develop their professional skills
https://students.ubc.ca/career/ubc-experiences/work-learn-program
Are there others resources you’d like to see here?
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